Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology enable people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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